Bushkiller (Causonis japonica) is a vigorous, sprawling deciduous shrub or vine known for its invasive potential. It has attractive foliage and small white flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial Shade
50% intensity
Prefers dappled sunlight or partial shade. Avoid intense direct sun.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in average room temperatures, between 18-24°C. Avoid extreme cold.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during growing season with diluted balanced fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top few centimeters of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering in winter, but do not let the plant dry out completely.
Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Pruning can also be used to maintain shape and size.
Heavy pruning can rejuvenate older plants, encouraging vigorous new growth.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in mid-summer. Dip the cut end in rooting hormone and plant in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, humid environment until they root.
This method yields the best results.
Repot young plants every 1-2 years in spring. Mature plants can be repotted less frequently, every 3-4 years, or when root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix and a slightly larger pot.
Ensure the pot has drainage holes.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Bushkiller (Causonis japonica)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Vitales |
| Family | Vitaceae |
| Genus | Causonis |
| Species | Causonis japonica |
Similar in genus Causonis
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